Ben Cardin actually said...

"I strongly support the WaterSense program and applaud you for the initiative, and personally believe it would have more legitimacy if it were authorized."

"I want to acknowledge the support of Senator Boxer for allowing the Subcommittee to move forward with this first hearing on water efficiency."

"I think both of us understand the importance of the jurisdiction of our Subcommittee in protecting the waters of our Nation for the environment and for safe drinking and supply, and I look forward to ..."

"Today's hearing will focus on the role the Environmental Protection Agency must play in making our Nation more efficient in the way we use our water."